Oral Hygiene

Every
new patient receives a comprehensive examination and a precise
assessment of his or her oral health. East Taylor Dental Associates
will discuss your needs, answer your questions, advise you of options,
and make recommendations for treatment. Intra-oral cameras are
available when indicated for even more in-depth analysis and better
results. Multimedia presentations are available for every patient to
view and understand the treatment they need. Consider it as viewing
your cosmetic makeover...before you begin.

Cleaning and Prevention

When
a dentist or dental hygienist cleans your teeth, they remove soft
(plaque) and hard (tartar, calculus, or stains) deposits from your
teeth. The primary purpose of having your teeth cleaned is to prevent or
delay the progression of periodontal diseases. Professional dental care
alone, however, is inadequate to prevent periodontal diseases. Smoking
has been implicated in approximately 50% of periodontal disease cases in
adults (Tomar 2000). Abstaining from tobacco use, maintaining good oral
hygiene, and having your teeth cleaned professionally are the most
effective ways to prevent periodontal diseases.

How often should I get my teeth cleaned?

As
with routine dental examinations, the frequency of professional teeth
cleaning will depend on the health of your teeth and gums. Healthy
children and adults should have their teeth cleaned at least once every
6-12 months. If you are at risk of periodontal diseases because of age,
tobacco use, rate of accumulation of deposits, personal oral hygiene
practices, or medical conditions such as diabetes HIV infection or pregnancy, your
teeth may need to be cleaned more often. Your dentist or dental
hygienist can help you determine how often you should have your teeth
cleaned.

Schedule a dental exam

Opening Hours

Mon, Tue, & Thurs 7am - 4pm

Wed 9am - 4pm

Every Other Fri 7am - 11am

Testimonials

It was my first time visiting and the staff was great from start to finish. Everything was on time, they checked everything out and clearly explained things that I did not know thoroughly. Dr. Ahn was great in providing the checkup and provided a detailed description of everything I needed. They continued to keep me up-to-date of the status and the hygienist who helped clean my teeth was great!Eric T- Patient since 2015,